Solution Design Engineer (m/f/d)
GXO Logistics
Dorsten, DE · Posted November 2, 2026
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About the job
Logistics at full potential
To support our growing business in the region, we are looking for a Solution Design professional to help develop efficient, effective, and customer-focused solutions for new business opportunities. You will join our regional Solution Design team and be based at one of our locations across Germany – Dormagen, Dorsten, Bremen, or Hammersbach.
In this role, you will be responsible for designing effective and efficient solutions including automation and innovation concepts for potential customers in new or existing operations.
What you do on a typical day as a Solutions Engineer (m/f/d):
Analyze and understand customer needs and requirements in their supply chain and translate them into suitable warehousing concepts
Define processes, layouts, shift setups, automation capacities etc.
Work with and visit top automation providers
Create activity-based costing models including P&L analyses for the created solutions
Work with various internal departments like Ops, IT, HR, Finance, Qesh, Sales and more
Present your solution towards customers and create a collaborative and open working atmosphere to enhance the solution jointly
Support during implementation processes for example by acting as the solution gatekeeper
What you need to succeed at GXO as a Solutions Engineer (m/f/d):
Experience in solution design or/and financial analysis or controlling, gained within contract logistics or in-house logistics environments
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken
Ability to translate financial and operational data into clear business insights and customer-focused solutions
Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Willingness to travel
Candidates must be eligible and willing to undergo a German security clearance process (SÜG, up to SÜ2 level or equivalent). Eligibility may depend on individual background, including residence history and other regulatory requirements
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Working at GXO Logistics means working in a dynamic and international organization. A fascinating environment with plenty of room for personal input and development. Employees at GXO Logistics are in charge of their own success. Whatever your position at GXO Logistics, you will face new challenges every day, which will enable you to develop optimally. We support you in your development, so that you can contribute to the entrepreneurship of our organization.
GXO Logistics offers advanced supply chain solutions for the world's most successful companies in many industries, like e-commerce, food & retail and industrial multinationals.
Want to know more about GXO Logistics?
Watch the video below or visit our website gxo.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3P7NC8gl3bg
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